Sea Pearl → Sherwin Williams
The closest Sherwin Williams matches for Benjamin Moore Sea Pearl (OC-19), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Sherwin Williams Equivalent for Sea Pearl
If you love Benjamin Moore Sea Pearl but need a Sherwin Williams alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers Sherwin Williams, your local store does not carry Benjamin Moore, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Sea Pearl (OC-19) is a light greige with warm cream-greige undertones. A very light greige with warm cream undertones. Sits between White Dove and Edgecomb Gray. Light enough for trim, warm enough for walls. To find a good Sherwin Williams match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 72.31) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Sea Pearl and every Sherwin Williams color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.
The results are decent but not perfect. The closest Sherwin Williams option is Pure White (SW 7005) with a Delta E of 3.5, which is a "good match" level match. Pure White is slightly lighter. Both are warm, versatile off-whites. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Sherwin Williams Matches for Sea Pearl
Pure White is slightly lighter. Both are warm, versatile off-whites.
| Sea Pearl | Pure White | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 72.31 | 84 |
| Hex | #E2DCD2 | #EDECE6 |
| Undertone | Warm Cream-Greige | Warm Cream |
| Family | Greige | White |
Undertone Comparison
Sea Pearl has warm cream-greige undertones. A very light greige with warm cream undertones. Sits between White Dove and Edgecomb Gray. Light enough for trim, warm enough for walls.
Pure White has warm cream undertones. A warm white that's slightly creamier than Extra White but not as warm as Alabaster. The Goldilocks of SW whites.
These two colors share the same undertone family, which is a good sign for a cross-brand swap. The undertone similarity means they will behave similarly as lighting changes throughout the day, and they should coordinate well with the same accent colors, trim, and furnishings.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Sea Pearl in Your Room
Reads as a warm off-white with a hint of depth in most rooms. The cream gives it just enough color to be interesting.
Pure White in Your Room
Reads as a clean, slightly warm white in most conditions. Less creamy than Alabaster, more warm than Extra White. Very versatile.
LRV and Brightness
Sea Pearl has an LRV of 72.31, while Pure White has an LRV of 84. That means Pure White reflects more light. If you switch from Sea Pearl to Pure White, the room should feel slightly brighter and more open.
Best Rooms for Sea Pearl
Benjamin Moore recommends Sea Pearl for: whole house, trim, living room, bedroom, hallway. With an LRV of 72.31, this is a light color that is in the medium-light range, reflecting enough light to keep rooms feeling open while adding more color and depth than a white or off-white. It works well in living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways where you want warmth and character without darkness.
Pure White is recommended for: trim, ceilings, cabinets, whole house, bathroom. The recommended applications differ slightly between brands, but the color's properties should work in the same rooms regardless of which brand you choose. Trust the LRV and undertone data more than the specific room suggestions, and always test in your actual space.
Sea Pearl in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Sherwin Williams match for Sea Pearl (OC-19) is Pure White (SW 7005) with a Delta E of 3.5, which rates as a "good match" match. Pure White is slightly lighter. Both are warm, versatile off-whites. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.
No, they are not identical. Sea Pearl is a Benjamin Moore color with warm cream-greige undertones and an LRV of 72.31. Pure White is a Sherwin Williams color with warm cream undertones and an LRV of 84. With a Delta E of 3.5, the difference is subtle and mainly visible in direct side-by-side comparison. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.
With a Delta E of 3.5, the difference is enough that they should not be used on adjacent walls in the same room. You can use them in separate rooms of the same house, but be aware that walking from one room to the other may reveal the difference, especially if the rooms have similar lighting. For the most consistent look, pick one brand for all connected living spaces and reserve the other brand for visually separate rooms like bathrooms or bedrooms behind closed doors.
There are several practical reasons to look for a Sherwin Williams equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Sherwin Williams. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Sherwin Williams work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.
Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.